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Dr. Berg’s Healthy Keto and Intermittent Fasting Podcast

Dr. Eric Berg DC drberg.com
Dr. Eric Berg D.C. — not a medical doctor. Educational content only; not medical advice. Consult your physician for diagnosis or treatment.
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They Lied to Us

Does your gut microbiome ever recover from antibiotics? If you understood what antibiotics really do to gut health, you might think twice about taking them. Find out about the biggest myth about your microbiome and the importance of human microbes. How to Fix Your Gut: ▶️ • Fix Your Gut with ONE Microbe L. Reuteri strain: https://www.amazon.com/BioGaia-Osfort... Super Gut Book Link: https://amzn.to/4dIxTy2 Recipes for L. Reuteri Yogurt: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/reci... https://drdavisinf...

Dec 27, 202428 min

DEVASTATING (Update: GOOD NEWS!)

For Tax Deductible Donations, go here: http://bsp.riseteam.org/ For GoFundMe Donations, go here: https://gofund.me/3d674b0f This is going to blow you away! We raised almost $800,000 for Hurricane Helene relief! Find out exactly where your donations went, and thank you so much for supporting this amazing disaster relief work. Bill St. Pierre has been working on building homes for two families, but he realized that the need was too great and that campers could be used to help more people faster. B...

Dec 24, 20245 min

Vitamin D DANGERS (Must Know)

Vitamin D toxicity is very rare and typically involves too much calcium in the blood. Even Dr. Bruce Hollis, a pioneer in vitamin D research, has never personally seen a case of vitamin D toxicity. To develop vitamin D toxicity, you’d have to consume hundreds of thousands of IUs of vitamin D3 for months! Vitamin D needs magnesium to function properly in the body. The more vitamin D you take, the more magnesium you need. Magnesium prevents vascular calcification, the main problem associated with ...

Dec 23, 20246 min

The BIG Magnesium Mistake

If you think that magnesium’s not working, you could be taking it wrong. Find out about the common mistakes people make with magnesium supplements. There are so many benefits of magnesium—it's the most important mineral, so make sure you’re taking it correctly. Magnesium is involved in hundreds of biochemical reactions that help prevent common problems such as atrial fibrillation, high blood pressure, insomnia, heart disease, leg cramps, and fatigue. Many people are magnesium deficient, but it’s...

Dec 22, 20246 min

What Would Happen If You Chewed ONE Clove Daily

What would happen if you chewed one clove daily for 7 days? I’m sure you’ve heard of the benefits of clove for teeth and gums, but there’s so much more to this fascinating spice. In this video, we’re going to talk about the many health benefits of cloves. DATA: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/a... https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles... https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles... https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16235... https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles... https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/arti...

Dec 20, 20246 min

7 Alarming Signs Your Blood Sugar Is Too High

When you overeat carbohydrates, your blood sugar rises, and insulin removes the sugar from the blood. Insulin also allows sugar to be used as fuel in the cell. Due to insulin resistance, many high blood sugar symptoms are related to low blood sugar and low sugar inside the cell. Here are 7 high blood sugar warning signs. 1. Excessive urination Waking up to urinate at night signifies a blood sugar problem and even a prediabetic situation. When you have too much sugar in the blood, it’s filtered b...

Dec 16, 20247 min

Why Your Vitamins Are Not Working

You may be wondering, do I need to take vitamins? Your body needs around 180 nutrients, and it’s often difficult to satisfy these requirements, especially for vitamin D, magnesium, zinc, and vitamin B3. You can not always identify nutrient deficiencies in the blood. Low stomach acid interferes with vitamin and mineral absorption. If you have low stomach acid, you might also experience problems breaking down food with vitamin B12. Indigestion, heartburn, and SIBO are common symptoms of low stomac...

Dec 15, 20247 min

STOP Taking Iron Supplements Now

DATA: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22704... https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14580... https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15247... Too much iron over time can cause iron accumulation in your organs and tissues. Some people have a genetic problem that makes it difficult to eliminate iron if it accumulates too much. Potential side effects of too much iron include the following: 1. Cancer 2. Liver disease 3. Heart disease 4. Low testosterone 5. Low libido 6. Diabetes 7. Chronic fatigue syndrome 8. In...

Dec 14, 20247 min

How to Get Thick and Shiny Hair

Today, I’m going to tell you how to get thick and shiny hair naturally! Biotin is a B vitamin that many people take for thick, shiny hair. It can come from the diet, but it can also come from the gut microbiome. The good bacteria in your gut make biotin. This is why a common side effect of antibiotics is hair problems. When you stop taking biotin, you may notice that the problem comes right back, so it’s vital to address gut health when dealing with biotin deficiency. Liver and egg yolks are the...

Dec 13, 20248 min

Do NOT Make These Mistakes (Especially After 50)

Simple choices could be the reason why you’re not healthy. These unhealthy habits can be especially problematic if you’re over 50. 1. Don’t take health advice from inexperienced people. 2. Don’t be too quick to accept a diagnosis. 3. Avoid solutions that create more problems. 4. Avoid excessive stress. The most important nutrient for people over 50 is vitamin D. Vitamin D influences 10% of your genes. You need at least 10,000 IU of vitamin D or more to produce a therapeutic effect. Doctors world...

Dec 09, 202412 min

The Benefit of Apple Cider Vinegar That NO ONE KNOWS

Recommended Apple Cider Vinegar: https://www.fairchildsvinegar.com/ Most people are familiar with the more popular benefits of apple cider vinegar, including the following: •Supports digestion •Decreases bloating •Improves indigestion and acid reflux •Supports healthy blood sugar levels •Helps make insulin more sensitive •Decreases a fatty liver •Decreases inflammation Both good bacteria and bad bacteria can go into a dormant state. Microbes in a dormant state are protected from many environment...

Dec 08, 20247 min

They're Fattening Us Up

Today, we’re going to look at the average American diet and determine what may happen if you start eating like a cow. For the last 200 days of a cow’s life, it’s fed a high-starch diet and given minimal exercise. According to the food pyramid, most of our diet should come from starch. The average American consumes 65% to 70% of their calories from starches. Starches are actually hidden sugars. In fact, ultra-processed starch is worse than sugar and will raise your blood sugar more than glucose. ...

Dec 07, 20247 min

You Will Never Consume SEED OILS Again After Watching This

DARK CALORIES BOOK LINK: https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Calories-... Please join me in welcoming Dr. Catherine Shanahan, author of “Dark Calories”. Dr. Shanahan graduated from medical school in 1994. She explains that doctors only learn a limited amount of information about nutrition. Her book “Dark Calories” explains that addressing the root cause of health problems can improve chronic health conditions. Seed oils are problematic because they initiate the formation of toxins. Seed oils are also ra...

Dec 06, 202422 min

The Forgotten Hormone

In this video, we’re going to talk about progesterone in men. Progesterone is a precursor for testosterone and helps maintain healthy testosterone levels. Potential progesterone benefits for men include the following: •Anti-inflammatory •Decreases inflammation in the brain •Increases neurogenesis •Protects against dementia, Parkinson's, and Alzheimer's •Anti-depressant effects •Helps increase the production of sperm •Helps maintain muscle mass •Supports the immune system •Prevents the enlargemen...

Dec 02, 20248 min

7 Ways to Stimulate Your Stem Cells

A stem cell is a reserve cell that can become any cell you need. Stem cell research has shown positive results for people with fibrosis of the heart, liver fibrosis, and damaged brain cells. Stem cells can also be beneficial for the following: •Stimulating new cartilage in the joints •Autoimmune conditions •Rejuvenating skin cells •Cancer Here's how to keep your stem cell population at the highest level. 1. Fasting Prolonged fasting can boost stem cells naturally. If you can fast for 72 hours, y...

Dec 01, 20248 min

Ashwagandha: The Adaptogen on Steroids

Ashwagandha is a potent adaptogen that helps you adapt to stress. It’s a cortisol modulator, so if your cortisol levels are too high or too low, ashwagandha can help bring them to normal levels. Ashwagandha benefits include the following: •Helps lower cortisol naturally •Supports sleep •Improves exercise endurance •Anti-inflammatory •Boosts testosterone •Protects the brain against stress •Supports hormones, including the thyroid hormone •Anti-cancer properties Siberian ginseng is beneficial for ...

Nov 30, 20247 min

7 Warning Signs of Parasites and How to Fight Back

Today, we’re going to talk about parasites in the body. Here are some of the common symptoms of parasites: 1. Fatigue 2. Rash 3. Unexpected weight loss 4. Bloating 5. Teeth grinding 6. Itching 7. Anxiety Parasites and pathogens force us to become stronger. They strengthen our immune systems to protect us from future parasitic infections. While this can be beneficial, parasites are constantly evolving and competing for resources in the body. In an attempt to evade your immune system, parasites do...

Nov 29, 20248 min

Eliminate Bloating: The Ultimate Solution by Dr. Berg

Today, I’m going to tell you how to get rid of bloating. After you chew your food, it travels through the esophagus and into the stomach. The stomach is very acidic to break down proteins and kill microbes. Ninety percent of digestion occurs in the small intestine, where bile and secondary bile salts made by your microbes break down your food. The large intestine, small intestine, and pancreas release enzymes to aid digestion. Around 20% of these enzymes are made by your microbes. Bloating is ca...

Nov 25, 20247 min

The Fastest Way to Get Rid of Toenail Fungus

Treating a fungal infection with medication can cause several side effects, including liver damage! Toenail fungus is often blamed on sweat and can cause other skin infections such as jock itch, athlete’s foot, beard infections, and even scalp infections. When attempting to treat a fungal infection topically, the cream will not penetrate deep enough into the nail to kill the toenail fungus. Toenail fungus can evade your immune system through several mechanisms, including growing slowly, suppress...

Nov 24, 20248 min

Here’s My 2 Cents: "Making America Healthy Again"

RFK has the following goals for healthcare reform in America: 1. Clean up the corruption 2. Get back to science-based evidence 3. End chronic disease He will be actively working against big food companies, big chemical companies, and big pharma, so naturally, he’s getting a lot of pushback. The U. S. spends over 4.1 trillion dollars each year on healthcare, yet we’re at the bottom as far as health. Why? Here's what I think can improve America’s health! 1. Change the institutional foods Prepackag...

Nov 23, 20249 min

Feet Gives You WARNING Signs of Underlying Diseases

Today, we’re going to discuss the connection between your feet and health. The foot receives oxygen and nutrition from the heart through tiny capillaries. The following feet symptoms are also potential signs of diseases. 1. Peripheral neuropathy This shows up as numbness or burning in the feet due to low vitamin B1 (thiamine). Benfotiamine, a fat-soluble form of vitamin B1, may help. 2. Fingers or toes turn blue This can be related to an overactive sympathetic nervous system. This is often treat...

Nov 22, 20247 min

The #1 Anti-Wrinkle Myth

By 40, we’ve lost around 25% of the collagen in our connective tissue. Certain antibiotics, ultraviolet radiation, high sugar consumption, and poor diet can contribute to collagen breakdown and speed up premature aging. Vitamin D helps protect you against the loss of collagen and premature aging. The most potent stimulus of collagen is exercise. Focus on the plank exercise, eccentric exercises, and sprinting. Not only will these exercises make you look younger, but they’ll also improve the healt...

Nov 18, 20248 min

Best Probiotic For Autoimmune Conditions

An autoimmune disease is a condition in which the immune system attacks its own tissues. It is typically characterized by low regulatory T-cells and high Th17 and Th2 cells. T-reg cells prevent autoimmune diseases by supporting an appropriate immune response. There are natural ways to support your immune system so that it operates at an optimal level. Poor gut health and gut inflammation can block the function of vitamin D3. Without enough vitamin D, T-reg cells do not work properly. The majorit...

Nov 17, 20248 min

STOP OVERTHINKING 24/7

Today, I’m going to tell you how to stop overthinking! Overthinking can trigger cortisol, which equals more stress. Stress hormones will continue to stress you out, leaving you trapped in a vicious cycle of anxious thoughts that can be very difficult to break out of. Most of the time, anxiety and overthinking can be fixed by addressing nutritional imbalances, but people are often prescribed SSRIs. These drugs block the reabsorption of serotonin and come with several side effects. They can downgr...

Nov 16, 20246 min

These Vitamin D Mistakes Are Bad

Vitamin D is the most important vitamin! It’s a fat-soluble vitamin involved in 10% of our genetics. Vitamin D won’t work unless you have enough magnesium, the second most important nutrient. Magnesium is involved with 300 different enzymes and plays a vital role in regulating excess calcium. Magnesium glycinate supplements have the best absorption rate. The more vitamin D you take, the more magnesium you’ll need. Some negative side effects associated with vitamin D, such as nausea, heart palpit...

Nov 15, 20247 min

7 Foods You Should Be Eating After You Reach the Age of 50

Today, I’m going to tell you about some important foods and nutrients that should be part of a healthy diet for people over 50. Dr. David Sinclair, an expert on longevity, has researched longevity genes called sirtuins. NAD can increase sirtuins! NAD is derived from niacin. It works inside your mitochondria, converting food to energy. As we age, our NAD decreases. Many people take supplements and get injections to boost NAD. Dr. Abram Hoffer wrote a book about the diseases caused by too little n...

Nov 11, 20248 min

Reduce Respiratory Mucus

Today, I’m going to show you how to eliminate mucus in the lungs using NAC. NAC works similarly to salt by thinning mucus, but it also stops its production. It’s a potent anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, and antiviral agent that can even break up biofilms. NAC also strengthens the cilia in the respiratory system, which helps to move mucus. NAC can be taken orally, injected, or inhaled through a nebulizer. It can be beneficial for respiratory congestion related to an infection or fo...

Nov 10, 20246 min

KILL Cancer

There are many ways that vitamin D function supports cancer prevention. Vitamin D triggers a cell to commit suicide if it’s damaged. It helps regulate cell growth and has potent anti-inflammatory properties. Vitamin D enhances almost every part of your immune system, enhances chemotherapy, and makes insulin more sensitive. It downgrades genes that cause cancer and supports the gut microbiome, which is 80% of your immune system. In a cancer cell, inflammation and a hypoxic, acidic environment blo...

Nov 09, 20247 min

How to Look Younger

SUPER GUT BOOK LINK: https://amzn.to/4dIxTy2 L. Reuteri Strain: https://www.amazon.com/BioGaia-Osfort... **I am finding that using only ONE TBS of fiber in the recipe makes a better-quality product. How to Make It: https://drdavisinfinitehealth.com/201... https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/l-re... MICROBIOME MASTER CLASS WEBSITE: https://innercircle.drdavisinfinitehe... Yogurt Maker — https://lvnta.com/lv_lrJY1A8ZLtxmwUpYdX Yogurt Jars — iuiu https://lvnta.com/lv_qB2B90JNh0hQjaMoXk Yogurt Containe...

Nov 08, 20248 min

Worse than Sugar

Today, we’re going to talk about the hidden dangers of starch. Some ultra-processed foods may not have sugar but are packed with synthetic starch. Many synthetic starches can potentially affect your blood sugar even more than sugar. When you repeatedly raise your blood sugar, you will eventually develop insulin resistance. Over time, your fat cells can no longer store fat, and energy is stored inside the organs or as visceral fat. Ultimately, you lose the ability to control your blood sugar leve...

Nov 04, 20249 min
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